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1,552 reviews

Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego

550 Montrose Court, El Cajon, 92020, California, United States

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+1 (888) 385-8465

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Pet Friendly

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego is a 2-star hotel in El Cajon, California, United States, located about 0.5mi from the city center. Address: 550 Montrose Court. The property brings practical perks like a pet-friendly policy (free), an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking on site, free WiFi, air conditioning, a terrace, and a 24-hour front desk, with wheelchair accessibility and a bathtub for added comfort.

Reviews total 1,436, reflecting a steady stream of guest feedback. Price starts from $73, inviting travelers to enjoy the essentials without breaking the budget.

Situated in El Cajon, California, United States, this option sits at 550 Montrose Court and remains conveniently close to the city center at 0.5mi away. A straightforward choice for those seeking value, reliable amenities, and easy access to the area.

Looking for a budget-friendly base that still feels welcoming? This El Cajon spot is a breezy launchpad for exploring the San Diego area, just about 0.5mi from the city center. The outdoor pool invites a sunny break, and a sun-kissed terrace is perfect for soaking in the California vibe, while in-room essentials like air conditioning and free Wi‑Fi keep things comfortable and easy.

Pet-friendly stays come with no extra charges, and free on-site parking makes road-tripping a bit simpler. The 24-hour front desk is ready to help with plans or questions any time of day, and payment is straightforward too: Mastercard, Discover, American Express, or Visa—cash isn’t accepted.

Room options span a few tastes: Deluxe, Queen; Queen Room; Superior, King; Studio, King; Quadruple Room. A flexible mix like this suits solo travelers, couples, or small groups looking for practical comfort and good value.

Closest airports

San Diego International Airport

14.4mi

General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport

17.9mi

McClellan–Palomar Airport

29.1mi

Most popular amenities

Pet Friendly

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Wheelchair accessible

Bathtub

Rooms

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

2 Double Beds

2 Queen Size Beds

205 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Free wifi

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Offering cable TV, this air-conditioned room provides a spacious desk and an private bathroom.

Deluxe Quadruple Room - single occupancy in Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

2 Double Beds

205 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Wifi

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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This air-conditioned quadruple room is consisted of of a TV with cable channels and a private bathroom. The unit has 2 beds.

Quadruple Room - single occupancy - Disability Access - Non-Smoking in Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego

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Room, Mobility Accessible

2 Double Beds

205 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Wifi

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

x4

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Deluxe Room

1 Double Bed

Smoking not allowed

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

x10

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Quadruple Room - Disability Access - Roll in Shower in Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego

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Room, Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower

2 Double Beds

205 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Wifi

Microwave

Refrigerator

x4

+

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Quadruple Room - single occupancy in Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego

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Room, 2 Double Beds

2 Double Beds

205 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Wifi

Air conditioning

x4

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x3

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Premium Quadruple Room - single occupancy in Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego

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Superior Room

2 Double Beds

205 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Wifi

Microwave

Refrigerator

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x6

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Queen Room - single occupancy - Disability Access - Roll in Shower in Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego

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Queen Room, Mobility Accessible

1 Queen Size Bed

205 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Wifi

Microwave

Refrigerator

x4

+

x3

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Double Room - Disability Access - Roll In Shower in Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible

1 Double Bed

205 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Wifi

Air conditioning

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Queen Room - single occupancy in Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego

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Queen Room

1 Queen Size Bed

205 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Wifi

Air conditioning

x4

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x3

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Queen Room - Disability Access - Roll in Shower in Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Queen Room, Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower

1 Queen Size Bed

205 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Wifi

Microwave

Refrigerator

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible

2 Double Beds

Smoking not allowed

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Deluxe Room, Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible

1 Queen Size Bed

Smoking not allowed

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Room, Mobility Accessible, Smoking

Smoking allowed

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x6

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Suite, Hot tub

1 King Size Bed

Smoking not allowed

Hot tub

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard, Balcony, View

2 Queen Size Beds

2 Double Beds

Smoking not allowed

Balcony

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Park View

1 King Size Bed

Smoking not allowed

Balcony

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King Room, Courtyard, Balcony, View

1 King Size Bed

Smoking not allowed

Balcony

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King Room, Balcony, City View

1 King Size Bed

Smoking not allowed

Balcony

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, City View

2 Queen Size Beds

2 Double Beds

Smoking not allowed

Balcony

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Deluxe Room, Queen Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

Smoking not allowed

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Superior Room, King Bed, Upper Floor, Ocean View

1 King Size Bed

Smoking not allowed

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Superior Room, King Bed

1 King Size Bed

Smoking not allowed

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

Smoking not allowed

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Studio, King Bed

1 King Size Bed

Smoking not allowed

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King Room, Mobility Accessible

1 King Size Bed

Smoking not allowed

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Suite, Balcony

Smoking not allowed

Balcony

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Presidential Suite, Balcony

Smoking not allowed

Balcony

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Suite, Terrace

Smoking not allowed

Terrace

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Smoking not allowed

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Room

Smoking not allowed

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Suite

Smoking not allowed

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Superior Room, Sea View

Smoking not allowed

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Deluxe Suite

Smoking not allowed

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Deluxe Room, Mobility Accessible

Smoking not allowed

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x3

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Suite, View

Smoking not allowed

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Run Of House

Smoking not allowed

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x6

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Deluxe Studio

Smoking not allowed

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Guest reviews

6.7

1,552 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Jackee

10

July 2024

THE staff! THE managers, so helpful, they are smiling and easy to get along with. The coffee am is nice touch. The guests were all kind, parking was good, housekeeping super. Everything was clean ...I will always go back and I so enjoyed this group.Maintence man was great.

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Lambert

10

April 2025

The property is well kept & from what I’ve seen safety issues are always handled accordingly (wet floor signs, buckets of rain water on walkways, etc). From management down, all staff seems to pay attention to what’s needed and makes me more comfortable. I’ve stayed at this hotel several times and have seen/heard many different situations that Kim, management, security, front desk, and housekeepers have dealt with. Unfortunately not all pleasant and I must say it’s impressive how each issue has been handled with consideration and professionalism. This is a great staff that all deserve respect. They certainly deserve it. Their kindness has won me over!

There’s only 1 issue that I feel needs attention and that is the ice machine. This specific location gets pretty hot and not having a regular working ice machine is inconvenient.

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Julie

8.2

July 2024

The location was close to two trolley stops and there were plenty of restaurants and gas stations nearby. I arrived just after 9:30pm to check in and there was still plenty of parking available. I spoke with 3 different staff members during my stay and all of them were friendly, professional, and helpful. As a solo, female traveler, I felt safe during my stay.

The room could have been cleaner. There was hair on the remote and in the sink when I arrived. The counter and sink were in need of replacement because they were quite damaged. The TV leaned at an angle due to a problem with the base. My door didn’t close flush with the door frame.

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Hawk

8.2

June 2024

Prompt responses by the receptionist when I had to ask for extra pillow due to lack of comfortless, and body lotions. Although not being present extra large towel, shampoo , I was able to manage myself. But I would strongly recommended having extra large towel for shower instead off only one small towel, on the other hand lotions and shampoo present. Free coffee was available for all.

Sink water supply was poor conditions, could be a connection issue or plumbing issue, find incomplete sink color, no coffee and creamer was available beside few cups were present. I would recommended to have 2 small counter table for lamp or

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Shawanda

10

May 2025

That there was plenty of rooms

The guy at the front desk with that beard Erick was his name he was really rude to me he accused of talking to the housekeeping and l didn't because l knew she didn't speak any English but l asked him for a certain room and he had straight attitude l am a very loyal Customer and l don't bother anybody when I'm here l respect the rules so l don't know what his problem was with me...it messed up my day

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Frances

10

December 2024

Staff are very good. Guests are treated with respect. Security is important to them. Front office staff, Dani, Eric and Kim are always considerate. Cleaning staff do not start work too early. Cleaning staff are always laughing and singing, giving happy vibes to the overall atmosphere of the day.

Some guests take advantage of programs that place them here and are very disrespectful of the cleaning staff.

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David

9.1

July 2025

Awesome bed, GREAT AC! I stayed on ground floor and never heard anything upstairs. Can't ask for much more than that in my opinion, I'll definitely be back anytime I come to the area.

It would be great to be able to request and RECEIVE extra pillows (one is not extra pillows, it is A pillow) for people with bad backs and hips like myself.

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Michelle

8.2

May 2025

It was clean and the staff was nice

I didn’t like the fact that they tried to profile me and my cousins. We were from out of state they thought we were prostitutes when we arrived. They had a security guard walk us to our room to let us in. Then the next morning we found out they did have room keys for us to get into our room.

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Munoz

8.2

July 2024

The presents of a security guard was comforting. I liked the proximity of a convenience store nearby. I enjoyed that the air conditioning was easy to operate and was at a reasonably comfortable temperature upon our initial entry.

Pillows were not fluffy, but employees at front desk accepted our compliment and acknowledged to correct our issue.TVs were outdated. Parking rules were not enforced.

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Kelly

8.2

July 2024

It was well kept and the grounds were clean except for one thing but it had nothing to do with the staff or the property, and they don’t charge extra for the dogs that’s a big plus .

People who bring their pets and don’t clean up after them or they let them wander around without a leash

Points of Interest Around Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Attractions

Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden

11.6mi

Spanish Village Art Center

11.7mi

El Prado

11.9mi

Mingei International Museum

11.9mi

Spreckels Organ Pavilion

11.9mi

Old Globe Theater

11.9mi

Embarcadero

13.3mi

Liberty Station

15.2mi

Shelter Island

16.5mi

Pacific Beach

16.9mi

Point Loma

16.9mi

Mission Beach

16.9mi

Heritage Park

17mi

Sunny Jim Sea Cave

18.1mi

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD)

18.5mi

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Amenities of Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Pet Friendly

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Wheelchair accessible

Bathtub

Stay rules - Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Are pets permitted at Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

Yes, you can stay with your pet in Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego. Pets are allowed and can stay for free without any extra charges.

At what times are check-in and check-out at Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

The timetable for guests at Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego is to check in post 03:00 PM and check out prior to 11:00 AM.

Does Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego come with parking?

Yes, there is parking available at Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego. The parking is free, private, and conveniently located on-site, but a reservation is required.

What are the rates at Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego has rates that begin from $73. Prices can differ due to room specifications and booking dates. Always add your desired dates for a precise quote.

Which room categories can I book at Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

The hotel offers a variety of room types including Quadruple Rooms, Deluxe Quadruple Rooms, Double Rooms, and Queen Rooms. All rooms are non-smoking, and have a room size of 205 sqft. Quadruple Rooms have 2 double beds and can accommodate 4 adults and up to 3 children, Double Rooms have 1 double bed and can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child, and Queen Rooms have 1 queen size bed and can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child.

Where can guests find entertainment in Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

Guests at Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego can spend their time enjoying the outdoor swimming pool, which is the featured amenity at the hotel. Located on the premises, this pool provides a refreshing and relaxing space for guests to unwind and cool off during their stay. The pool offers a great opportunity to swim and soak under the California sun, adding to the leisure options available at the hotel. With this amenity, guests can make the most of their time at the hotel and enjoy a refreshing break from their daily routine.

Is there a swimming pool at Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

The hotel has an outdoor pool.

Does Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego accept credit cards?

Yes, Motel 6-El Cajon, CA - San Diego accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted as a payment method.

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